Core Leadership Institute

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Address: P. O. Box 12, Harvard, MA, 01451, US
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Delivering Purpose to Impact™️ Programs that enable leaders to lead from the core of who they are.

Developing Authentic Leaders

The old model of leadership that positioned one individual as the "leader" and the rest as "followers" is coming to an end. It is being replaced with a style of leadership requiring each of us to step up and lead. While the 20th century may be viewed as the time of the charismatic leader, the 21st century is becoming the time of developing leaders throughout each orga

nization. Until recently, there has been no compelling model to replace the old standard. Much of what has been studied, learned, and taught about leadership is based on observing good leaders. Unfortunately, as the level of uncertainty and change accelerates in our world, the half-life of what one "does" with success is becoming shorter and shorter. At the same time, most of us have at one time or another been around leaders who transcend the style of the day. As much as we can identify a list of traits that contributed to their success, much of what we talk about is who they are as leaders. The overall tenor and underlying set of core values pervading their actions is what stays with us. Our research shows that, while trait- and strengths-based models define what good leadership looks like and achieves, they do not touch on that core identity unique to each leader. ALI has developed a series of powerful techniques that energize, identify, and activate a person’s internal mindset necessary for authentic leadership. Our programs are organized around the principle that we all have within us an essence of leadership that is unique, powerful, effective, and deeply satisfying.

03/25/2026

Accessing the Wizard and the Kid Inside.
Mastering the Unknown with Purpose.

Welcome to the journey I find myself on. I’m writing this to you and as a reminder to myself. I need it every day these days.

So. Imagine two parts of you are reading this right now.

One part has spent decades getting really good at what you do. You read a room in thirty seconds. You see around corners. When things get crazy, you’re the one who stays steady. This is the Wizard in you. And the Wizard is extraordinary.

The other part hasn’t changed much since you were a kid. You still light up when someone says “that’s impossible.” You still want to take the detour just because it looks interesting. This is the Kid. And for most of your career, you’ve been sending the Wizard to work and leaving the Kid at home.

The Kid has been patient about this. Remarkably patient.

The Wizard in us knows: the map has expired. The world as it was — the institutions, the hierarchies, the slow reliable systems — is giving way, yet, what will replace all of this is still unknown. The Wizard has lived enough history to recognize we are in a once in a lifetime threshold moment.

But here’s what the Kid knows that the Wizard forgot: thresholds are exciting. Not just hard. The kind of exciting the Wizard stopped letting in a long time ago.

The Kid isn’t trying to undo what the Wizard built. The Kid is trying to find out what the Wizard would build if joy were part of the blueprint.

The best work of your life probably had more Kid in it than you’ve allowed yourself to notice.

The unknown isn’t optional anymore. It’s the terrain, for all of us.

The question is whether you come through it more yourself or less.
The Wizard alone keeps casting the same spell, hoping it works one more time. The Kid alone chases every shiny thing. Exciting in the moment, but not enough.

Together? That’s someone who doesn’t have to choose between being wise and being alive. That’s a different kind of person entirely.

The next chapter looks like small groups of people who know what they’re here for, building things the world hasn’t seen yet. These fellowships weren't possible before. You used to need an army to attempt anything big.

Now you don’t. You need your whole self — and about ten people who brought theirs too.

If you’re waiting for the map to reappear, it’s not coming back. And if you’re telling yourself you’ll get to this “someday,” you’re fooling yourself. Someday is a spell the Wizard casts to keep the Kid quiet.

The Kid never stopped believing this was going to be an adventure.
The Wizard finally has the wisdom to know the Kid was right.

What if they both got to go?

I invite you to join me on this adventure.

Your turn to speak...

10/28/2025

Meet one of our inspiring alumni Ben Slight, whose purpose statement is

To pull the book from the fire and show you what’s inside.

“When I first arrived at my purpose statement, I wanted something that carried both fire and humanity. “Pulling the book from the fire” speaks to rescuing insight from chaos - reaching through noise, fear, or neglect to recover what’s true. “Showing you what’s inside” is about revealing or embodying that wisdom so others can act on it.

Although I had been a long time in publishing, the book represents human potential. It’s the clarity, courage, and connection we carry but often forget under pressure. My work as a coach, company founder, and martial artist is all about helping people reconnect with that - creating the conditions where awareness replaces force and we find our flow.

Lately, this purpose has expanded into my work with business authors - helping them get publisher-ready and articulate their ideas with power and precision. After piloting the idea I’m launching the Business Book Academy, a space where professionals and thought leaders can develop books that shape their field rather than just fill it – and grow their businesses.

The biggest impact of this purpose? It’s changed how I see success. It’s not about adding more, but revealing what’s already there - in people, in organisations, and sometimes, in a half-burned book waiting to be read.”

10/14/2025

𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁!

Meet Stacey Tank, CEO at Beauty Brands, whose purpose statement is

𝗧𝗼 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻? / 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀?

"I think I came out of the womb with this purpose! It's always been about leaning in when the house is on fire—I'm the one running in instead of running out. It’s a consistent way I’ve shown up in my life. I enjoy solving hard problems and love tackling what people say cannot be done. That's very motivating to me: to be the underdog, to reimagine something where things have been stuck and challenged, causing hardship to those involved. And then… that emotion of “holy cow!”—seeing that surprise, that delight on people's faces when you've really touched them, served them, made a positive difference. That’s the 'hair blown back' part."

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸/𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿?

"Where do I even start? It's been a North Star, really. For example, take one of my roles while at Home Depot where the mission was to integrate a number of acquired businesses, bringing the Home Depot culture to those businesses, and getting them into growth mode. (Those businesses had really been on a 16-year rollercoaster ride.) Coming into this role, I heard from a lot of folks that, basically, it couldn't be fixed - apparently a lot of people previously in this role had left the company as a result. I saw that as an opportunity, because I believe that nothing is too broken to be fixed. That's when my purpose kicked in—it wouldn't let me walk away! Also, in moments of self-doubt, it reminded me of my unique strength and exactly why I was there. It pushed me to dig in, listen to the folks on the front lines, find the real problems, and rally the team. And you know what? We turned it around, grew double digits! My purpose gave me the clarity and the fire to push through the tough stuff and get us there."

10/09/2025

Meet Mia Healy-Waldron, our amazing alumna, sharing her Purpose statement:

“Tenacious. Chameleon. Serving. Fries.”

Each one of those words individually and together encapsulate my purpose. When I went to document this purpose statement in 2023, I had been placed in a group with some of the wisest, most purpose-driven people. After spending the day attempting to articulate a profound, linguistically intricate statement, I jotted down four words.

Tenacious: I couldn’t have been sure that my purpose statement was going to land, or live up. So, I did what I always do: persisted on the conviction that there is nothing I cannot do. Tenacity. Unfounded, certainly, but consistently over my life I have been put in situations and offered opportunities I was not prepared for, with little choice but to rise to the occasion—and to do it again and again, with the arc bending towards better. It always seems impossible until it is done.

Chameleon: I will always adapt, and show up the way that the current situation calls for, ready to tackle the moment with full commitment, and then adjust as needed for the next. This is not just a survival skill, but a science that enables investment in what is at hand and fortifies the assurance of thoroughness and effort deserved.

Serving: Perhaps most importantly, I have an enduring urgency to serve others in any way I can, improve a situation, minimize mayhem for the masses, propelled by an insatiable magnetism to the greater good. Every interaction is an invitation to kindness, and what seems a simple act to help may actually be formative, memorable, and even perspective-altering to someone.

Fries: Rounding out/stringing together all of the above are the fries. The fries are joy. When I was old enough to understand the question, my parents asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. While we know the answer most parents are hoping for, I unabashedly proclaimed that I wanted to make fries—you can only imagine their faces. I followed up with an explanation: “Fries make everyone happy, so I want to do that, give fries to anyone I can and make them smile!” I did work in food service while in high school and college, but that sentiment translated into a career in public service and most recently guest experience. Joy is the foundation of what connects us, creates empathy, care, and affinity for life. It gives purpose. Without the fries, nothing else works.

09/02/2025

What if the key to thriving in today’s world isn’t mastering new skills & tools, but rediscovering the resources you already have?

Global purpose expert & co-author of the acclaimed HBR article From to Purpose to Impact, Nick Craig will show you how to rethink your current context and step into your extraordinary.

In our 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗳-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽, you will:

• Gain clarity on your unique gift
• Discover the key that unlocks the extraordinary within you
• Identify where you can make an impact 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸

For more info & to register: https://coreleader.com/event/making-the-impossible-possible/

07/24/2025

If you find yourself waking up at 2 a.m. with dark thoughts about what might happen in the world, feeling overwhelmed, scared, or helpless, you are not alone.

We are living through a time of enormous change — perhaps the most impactful in our lifetime.

The good news is that each of us is perfectly designed to be at our best in the world we find ourselves. I know it’s hard to imagine. Yet, I have more than enough evidence to show you — you’ve got what it takes; you just forgot.

Here is an article to help you remember https://coreleader.com/making_the_impossible_possible/.

It’s time to reconnect with the part of you that knows how to make the impossible possible in crazy times.

07/22/2025

Struggling with retention, engagement or productivity?

Consider these insights from McKinsey:

🔥 70% of us seek purpose through work.

🔥For organizations with a clear, authentic purpose, the opportunity is huge.

🔥Helping employees create a meaningful connection to the organization’s purpose exponentially boosts employee fulfillment by 5x.

When your people know why they show up every day, engagement soars, creativity ignites, and work becomes more than just a paycheck.

Ask yourself: Is your organization’s purpose crystal clear - and do your people feel connected to it? If not, it’s time to bridge that gap and watch fulfillment - and retention, engagement & productivity - skyrocket.

Learn more about our Purpose to Impact® programs & methodology at https://coreleader.com/journeys/

07/15/2025

🎯 Rethink management: Purpose is the ROI power play.

Less than half of global managers have ever had formal training—and half of those are actively disengaged. But add in a strong sense of purpose, and you transform role clarity into commitment and drive. Gallup data demonstrates that managers taught coaching best practices—grounded in purpose—produce up to 18% higher team engagement and 22% better personal performance. (Source: Gallup State of the Workplace, 2025 Report)

The message for C-suite executives is clear: redefine what “manager” means by anchoring development in purpose, or risk leaving millions of dollars in productivity on the table.

To find out more about our Purpose to Impact™ program and for more customer journey case studies, please visit https://coreleader.com/impact/

07/08/2025

✨ “Could purpose be the ultimate employee wellness initiative?”

When organizations give managers the tools to lead, manage, and mentor / coach effectively, manager well-being jumps by 32%. But here’s the kicker: when training is paired with an invitation to explore “why we do what we do,” manager thriving leaps to 50%. In a world where disengagement costs us $438 billion, igniting purpose during every training cohort isn’t just nice - it’s necessary. (Source: Gallup State of the Workplace, 2025 Report)

Develop your managers, help them find purpose, and they’ll pay it forward to their teams.

Learn more about our Purpose to Impact® programs & methodology at https://coreleader.com/journeys/

07/01/2025

✨ Could purpose be the most powerful — and most underused — tool in manager development?

Research show that even basic job training cuts manager disengagement in half — and engaged managers are more likely to connect their teams to a clear, compelling “why.” When managers understand how their work supports a larger mission, they stop feeling like they’re drowning in daily tasks. Instead, they become purposeful leaders / mentors / coaches driving performance gains of up to 28%. (Source: Gallup State of the Workplace, 2025 Report)

📈 Invest in manager development. Fuel their sense of purpose.

Then watch engagement, productivity, and well-being soar.

Learn more about our Purpose to Impact® programs at https://coreleader.com/journeys/

06/24/2025

⏳ “Engagement just took its biggest fall since COVID.”

In 2024, employee engagement dropped from 23% to 21%. Yet it wasn’t front-line staff—individual contributors held steady at 18%. It was managers: their engagement fell five points for leaders under-35 and seven points for female managers. (Source: Gallup State of the Workplace, 2025 Report)

💡 The missing link? Purpose.

When managers aren’t anchored in a compelling “why,” they struggle to rally their teams through constant upheaval—retirements, hiring swings, budget cuts, digital disruption, and shifting work norms. Without purpose, even the best strategies fall flat.

🌱 Here’s a thought - what if managers started their day with:

“What’s the unique contribution I/we can make today? If I/we disappeared tomorrow, what would be missed?” By connecting into a deeper, more purposeful mindset, managers can lean into mission-driven goals, not just performance metrics. Because when your people believe they’re building something meaningful, they don’t just show up—they thrive.

🚀 Purpose is your antidote to that US$438 billion productivity drain.

Let’s rebuild engagement from the inside out—starting with leaders who know exactly why they lead.

For powerful stories about how purpose can make an impact on your employee engagement, visit https://coreleader.com/impact/

06/17/2025

What if your managers checked out tomorrow?

Last year, global employee engagement dropped from 23% to 21%, costing the world economy a staggering US$438 billion in lost productivity. The primary cause? Manager burnout. Their engagement fell from 30% to 27%. (Source: Gallup State of the Workplace, 2025 Report) When leaders lose sight of why they work, teams follow — and productivity takes a major hit.

Purpose is the secret weapon.

When managers feel connected to something bigger than quarterly targets, they show up as mentors, coaches, and champions of their people. That sense of purpose spreads: teams stay energized, collaboration thrives, and innovation increases.

Don’t let disengagement become your next crisis.

Invest in clarity of purpose — from the C-suite to first-time supervisors. Empower managers with the support and autonomy they need to reconnect with why they do what they do — and watch engagement rise. In today’s disrupted world — marked by turnover, AI, remote-work shifts — purpose isn’t “nice to have.” It’s a business imperative.

Discover how Core Leadership Institute’s Purpose to Impact® programs can help your team reconnect with what truly matters:

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